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Not enough money or ambition in plans to combat domestic violence. But at least there’s a discussion

At least it’s on the agenda right? Even if 1 million people have already voted. Both the Coalition and Labor have now outlined their plans.

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We hosted a political debate on the issues most affecting women. Here’s a recap

Journalist Antoinette Lattouf wins court case over racist, online abuse from 61yo man

How this 77-year old marathon runner maintains her record-breaking performances

When ‘equal’ does not mean ‘the same’: Liberals still do not understand their women problem

What to know about your vote and making sure it counts

Coalition to reinstate ‘punitive’ activity test for parents accessing childcare

Exiled Afghan women’s cricket team to receive support from the ICC

Man charged with murder one month after 19yo Audrey Griffin was found dead

Podcast: What the Budget means for women

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Who is Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s Press Secretary?

Who is Karoline Leavitt, the woman appointed the youngest person in US history to be the White House press secretary?

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Australia’s forgotten female voting bloc: the election’s hidden time bomb

Millions of women arecaught between raising children while taking on increasing caring responsibilities for their aging parents.

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Is the Coalition’s $90 Million Domestic Violence package enough?

The Coalition’s $90 million package tackles violence with justice reforms, but experts say much more funding is needed.

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Who is Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s Press Secretary?

Who is Karoline Leavitt, the woman appointed the youngest person in US history to be the White House press secretary?

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Exiled Afghan women’s cricket team to receive support from the ICC

The International Cricket Council announced a monetary fund and task force last week to support the exiled Afghan women’s cricket team.

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Man charged with murder one month after 19yo Audrey Griffin was found dead

Police arrested 53-year-old Adrian Noel Torrens on Monday and charged him with the murder of 19-year-old Audrey Griffin.

Australia’s forgotten female voting bloc: the election’s hidden time bomb

Stillbirth rates remain tragically high and government funding is not keeping up

Amid global pushback on DEI, Karen Surmon sees an opportunity to flip the script and highlight positive data

Finally, a long-awaited plan for tackling economic abuse

How political leaders can fight the manosphere while on the campaign trail

Women are still being left out of farm succession: new report

94% spike in demand: domestic violence services buckle in NSW

Tributes flow for Sydney woman Thi Kim Tran as family demand justice for horrific killing

‘People are afraid to go to the shops’ but family violence uptick fails a mention

‘I wanted to fight until the end’: Sharon Lokedi sets new Boston Marathon course record

Is Türkiye about to have one of the world’s most generous maternity leave schemes?

Dangerous silence on gender-based violence this election as our political leaders fail to meet the moment

‘Principles of equality and justice’: The legacy of Pope Francis

A ‘level of violence unheard of’ but yet more silence as another woman killed

Peter Dutton 2025 election campaign and ending work from home policy

Women don’t need Peter Dutton’s protection and outdated views. We need policy

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Articles about US Air Force’s first female Thunderbird pilot removed from military websites

For a moment, violence against women got some election attention

Fair Work Commission recommends significant pay rise for early childhood education sector

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Is this ‘female empowerment’? Women on Blue Origin flight return safely to mixed reactions

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Confused about Trump’s tariffs? Use this supply chain calculator for your business

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All-women crew to fly to space wearing space suits specifically designed for their bodies

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Not enough money or ambition in plans to combat domestic violence. But at least there’s a discussion

Latest news

We hosted a political debate on the issues most affecting women. Here’s a recap

Journalist Antoinette Lattouf wins court case over racist, online abuse from 61yo man

How this 77-year old marathon runner maintains her record-breaking performances

When ‘equal’ does not mean ‘the same’: Liberals still do not understand their women problem

What to know about your vote and making sure it counts

Coalition to reinstate ‘punitive’ activity test for parents accessing childcare

Exiled Afghan women’s cricket team to receive support from the ICC

Man charged with murder one month after 19yo Audrey Griffin was found dead

Podcast: What the Budget means for women

Who is Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s Press Secretary?

Australia’s forgotten female voting bloc: the election’s hidden time bomb

Is the Coalition’s $90 Million Domestic Violence package enough?

Who is Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s Press Secretary?

Exiled Afghan women’s cricket team to receive support from the ICC

Man charged with murder one month after 19yo Audrey Griffin was found dead

Australia’s forgotten female voting bloc: the election’s hidden time bomb

Stillbirth rates remain tragically high and government funding is not keeping up

Amid global pushback on DEI, Karen Surmon sees an opportunity to flip the script and highlight positive data

Finally, a long-awaited plan for tackling economic abuse

How political leaders can fight the manosphere while on the campaign trail

Women are still being left out of farm succession: new report

94% spike in demand: domestic violence services buckle in NSW

Tributes flow for Sydney woman Thi Kim Tran as family demand justice for horrific killing

‘People are afraid to go to the shops’ but family violence uptick fails a mention

‘I wanted to fight until the end’: Sharon Lokedi sets new Boston Marathon course record

Is Türkiye about to have one of the world’s most generous maternity leave schemes?

Dangerous silence on gender-based violence this election as our political leaders fail to meet the moment

‘Principles of equality and justice’: The legacy of Pope Francis

A ‘level of violence unheard of’ but yet more silence as another woman killed

Women don’t need Peter Dutton’s protection and outdated views. We need policy

Articles about US Air Force’s first female Thunderbird pilot removed from military websites

For a moment, violence against women got some election attention

Fair Work Commission recommends significant pay rise for early childhood education sector

Is this ‘female empowerment’? Women on Blue Origin flight return safely to mixed reactions

Confused about Trump’s tariffs? Use this supply chain calculator for your business

All-women crew to fly to space wearing space suits specifically designed for their bodies

From our Partners

Amid global pushback on DEI, Karen Surmon sees an opportunity to flip the script and highlight positive data

The ‘life-changing’ power of surfing and social connection with Surfing Mums

How an immersion experience in Africa helped these women rewrite their leadership trajectory

Podcast: What the Budget means for women

Events For Women

WEBINAR | Election Priorities for Women: A Cross-Party Conversation

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